L2 engineering hand tools

L2 engineering hand tools

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the selection, use, and care of engineering hand tools.

Evidence to Support   US 2395 v9  Level 2  worth 4 Credits

Your name Ethan Scarlett

NSI Number 

This is an entry-level unit standard for people to demonstrate a basic understanding of selecting, using and caring for the correct type of engineering hand tools. 

People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of the selection of different types of hand tools; select and use engineering hand tools to meet task requirements; and care for engineering hand tools. 

Engineering hand tools applicable to this unit standard fall within the following categories:

 Cutting tools: examples – hacksaws, chisels, files, hole punches, tin snips. 

Assembly tools: examples – hammers, punches, vices, clamps, spanners, wrenches (including impact and torque), pliers.

My evidence to support my assessment booklet 

Cutting tools.

	Hack saw  Write a short description/explanation of the task you used the hack saw for - be specific I used a 32tpi bladed hack saw to cut my 20 by 20 angle for the side of my can crusher
	Metal file  Write a short description / explanation of the task you used the tool for - be specific I used a crosscut file to file my sides of my frame to shape
	Tin snips Write a short description / explanation of the task you used the tool  for - be specific I used tin snips to put two 15 and 15 cuts into the bottom corner of my push plate so that it would slide inside the frame

Assembly tools 

	Spanner or wrench I used a crescent to loosen the nuts on the lath so that I could change the angle of the cutting tool
	Hammer I used a hammer to stamp my initials on my work so that I can find my work easier
	Gripping tools here I used a welding clamp to grip two peaces of metal before they are welded

What have I learned? I have learned how to do acetylene welding

What was the most difficult tool to use and why? the acetylene welder because if you have it to hot you can blow holes through the thin sheet metal

What did I enjoy? I enjoyed the hole projet

What would I do differently next time? I would oil the wood base plate

This supports the assessment for Hand Tools that can be found on this website https://sites.google.com/hornby.school.nz/mr-r-manufacturing/senior-manufactring/hand-tools

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